Let's welcome Prince Harry
Published on 11 May 2015
11 May 2015
Mayor Annette Main says it is an honour for our community to be included in Prince Harry's first visit to New Zealand.
“I know people will be keen to give Prince Harry a great welcome when he arrives at our Airport on Thursday morning but they should be aware that they'll only get a fleeting glimpse, as he won't be walking through the terminal or stopping to talk to people.
“The best opportunities for the public to see Prince Harry will be on his waka journey from Putiki to the Union Boat Club and during the walkabout at the War Memorial Centre forecourt.
“I'm sure our community will want to cheer him on while he's on the Whanganui River and we'll love to see as many people as possible lining the riverbank. We did it for the Eagles during the Rugby World Cup, we can do it again, even though the timing may not work for everyone.
“We're also expecting a great turnout at the War Memorial Centre forecourt where Prince Harry will meet and greet people after his meeting with our veterans.
“The waka journey and public walkabout will give people a great opportunity to take photos - but please respect the request that people not try to take selfies with the Prince.
“I am looking forward to his Royal Highness experiencing the genuine warmth of our community.”
Details of Prince Harry’s visit to Whanganui are below:
Thursday 14 May
9.30am
Prince Harry arrives at Whanganui Airport to be met by Her Worship the Mayor of Whanganui Annette Main.
9.45am
Pōwhiri for Prince Harry at Pūtiki Marae.
11.35am
Prince Harry will join the crew of the Marae’s waka on the Whanganui River.
12.30pm
Prince Harry will alight from the waka adjacent to Union Boat House. Members of the public should note that the City Bridge will be closed while Prince Harry is on the waka.
1.00pm
Prince Harry will meet with Veterans at the War Memorial Centre.
2.30pm
Prince Harry will have a public walkabout in front of the War Memorial Centre. This will be the main opportunity for members of the public to see Prince Harry in Whanganui. There will be a designated space for people with mobility impairments to see the Prince by the entrance to the War Memorial Centre on the Watt Street side, near the small garden opposite Mint Café and Bar.
3.00pm
Pince Harry departs Whanganui for Auckland.
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